Does Portland General Electric pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Portland General Electric employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Portland General Electric. This rating has improved by 12% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Portland General Electric?

82% of Portland General Electric employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Portland General Electric 3.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 4.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Portland General Electric?

Manager (22) , Customer Service Representative (20) , Project Manager (19) , Analyst (11) , Engineer (8) , Intern (7) , Senior Manager (6) , Administrative Assistant (5) , Business Analyst (5) , Customer Service Advisor (5) , Senior Analyst (5) , Supervisor (5) , Billing Specialist (3) , Communications Specialist (3) , Compliance Analyst (3)

What are the pros of working at Portland General Electric according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and structured work environment" ((in 64 reviews)); "Pay is good but only to keep you there" ((in 48 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 41 reviews)); "Great Culture and believe system" ((in 27 reviews)); "Had great coworkers and managers who cared" ((in 13 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Portland General Electric according to real employee reviews?

"A lot of ego; constant change; lack of prioritization; do more with less; poor management and accountability; too many meetings; unfair practices like "you have to work in the office 3 days/week, but your leadership can be remote;" always chasing the next shiny object; everything is an exception." ((in 26 reviews)); "If you're labeled as an "administrative assistant" it is very hard to move up since managers don't think you're capable of doing anything else." ((in 17 reviews)); "There is an overwhelming amount of change taking place with poor leadership to navigate it." ((in 16 reviews)); "Upper management is maybe stuck in the past" ((in 6 reviews)); "Senior management is disconnected from front" ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Portland General Electric layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Portland General Electric layoffs and their outlook for job security at Portland General Electric in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Portland General Electric locations?

Portland , Tualatin , Beaverton , Estacada , Oregon City , Gresham , Rainier , Seattle , Salem , Grand Prairie , Bridgeport , Boardman , Clatskanie , Dundee , Hillsboro , Wilsonville , Woodburn , Atlanta , Port Jefferson , Milwaukie

Portland General Electric reviews

4.3

82% would recommend to a friend

(415 total reviews)

Maria Pope

86% approve of CEO

80% positive business outlook

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Portland General Electric has an employee rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 415 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Portland General Electric employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

415 reviews

2.0

Jan 11, 2025

Great coworkers, poor upper management.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Very talented, dedicated people in Operations an our front line support. Friendly coworkers.

Cons

Company has morphed rom a "family" type culture to a cold corporate borg. HR has outsourced so many functions, its now difficult to get questions answered without having to deal with some third party call center. There has been a huge growth in the numbers and layers of middle management which has insulated the Officers from the "truth on the ground". I can't remember the last time I've seen an officer out and about to get eyes on crews and work in the field. When I started with the company we would see officers regularly. When I started there were 3 layers of management between me and the CEO (Supervisor, Manager, VP) Now I have 6 layers of management between me and the CEO (Manager, Sr Manager, Sr. Director, VP, COO). The complexity and expense all these layers of management added makes work harder to get done and hold poor performing managers accountable.

Portland General Electric Response

1y

We appreciate your candid feedback and the time you took to share your experience with us, and we take your concerns seriously. We appreciate your perspective on areas for improvement, particularly regarding management structure, work processes, and engagement from leadership. Your input is invaluable as we strive to improve. If you'd like to discuss your concerns further or even to ask questions at any time, please don’t hesitate to connect with our HR team directly, we're just a phone call away with a direct line at 503-464-7250 and are available Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thank you again for your insights and contributions to our organization.

3.0

Jun 12, 2024

Lack of Cohesion - Poor Outlook

Business analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Better work life balance than some other investor owned utilities. Average benefits. There are some good managers, but budget constraints are a major factor.

Cons

Financial missteps have led to fewer and fewer employees having to take on more and more work to keep things moving, with a lot of uncertainty about the company's future. Very little communication from upper management about what is causing continued financial constraints, or how long employees will be required to sacrifice. Some truly paltry managers who face zero repercussions for their substandard performances. Low opportunities for growth unless you are willing to put more of your effort into building interdepartmental relationships, than into performing your assigned work.

Portland General Electric Response

2y

Thank you for your feedback. We value and take seriously the input from our employees as it helps us identify areas for improvement. We acknowledge the challenges you’ve highlighted regarding financial constraints and the resultant increased workload. We understand how stressful this can be and are actively working on strategies to alleviate these pressures. Communication is key, and we are committed to improving our transparency regarding financial decisions and their impact on our employees. In addition, we are making improvements to be more strategic in our planning which includes financial planning and projects. We appreciate your constructive feedback and are dedicated to making positive changes that benefit all employees. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. -SM

2.0

Jun 4, 2024

Poor Corporate Culture

Finance

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Smart People Meaningful Mission Decent Benefits

Cons

Passive/Aggressive Senior Leaders Reactionary Management Style Chaotic

Portland General Electric Response

2y

We appreciate your candid feedback and the time you took to share your experience with us, and we take your concerns seriously. We strive to create a positive and supportive work environment for all our employees, and your feedback helps us identify areas where we can improve. We're thrilled you appreciate our meaningful mission and benefits. We're committed to improving the issues you've highlighted regarding passive-aggressive behaviors, reactionary management, and chaotic environments. Your feedback is invaluable to us as we continuously strive to enhance our company culture and work experience. We would welcome the opportunity to learn more about your concerns and any specific suggestions you might have. If you're open to it, we encourage you to reach out to our HR department directly at 503-464-7250 so we can have a more in-depth conversation. Thank you for your contributions and for helping us grow. Sequoia

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